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Mike Jackson is named Premier League manager of the month for April after taking over from Sean Dyche... and guiding Burnley three wins and a draw to boost hopes of avoiding relegation

Burnley's caretaker manager Mike Jackson has been named April's Premier League Manager of the Month.

The interim head coach became the first Clarets manager to go unbeaten in his first four top-flight matches after taking over the reins from long-serving Sean Dyche.

Jackson oversaw a dramatic turnaround victory at Watford, a 2-0 win at home to Southampton and a 1-0 triumph over Wolverhampton Wanderers, as well as a draw at West Ham United.

Burnley boss Mike Jackson has been named April's Premier League Manager of the Month

The results in April have given a huge boost to Burnley's hopes of safety, although they remain level on points with Leeds United.